The decisions he made in the last match he officiated had become a controversy! The experienced referee is hanging up his whistle.

22.09.2025 11:20

In the match between Trabzonspor and Gaziantep FK, the controversial decision made by referee Arda Kardeşler could end his officiating career. Following President Ertuğrul Doğan's harsh statements, TFF President Hacıosmanoğlu said, "This is not a mistake; the consequences are severe! I have never seen anything like this in my life. I will take all necessary actions." It is expected that Kardeşler will be suspended from officiating.

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The controversial decision made by referee Arda Kardeşler in the match between Trabzonspor and Gaziantep FK continues to shake the football agenda. In the 65th minute, Kardeşler initially allowed the quick free kick taken by the Bordo-Mavili team, then made them retake the kick as the play was going towards a goal, which drew intense reactions.

REACTIONS GREW LIKE AN AVALANCHE

Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan stated after the match, "This referee's career is over! This is too much. Enough already! If a clear decision regarding malicious intent is not made, we will talk about something else. Such an immoral stance has never been seen."

"THE PRICE IS HEAVY"

TFF President İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu also used very strong expressions regarding the situation. Hacıosmanoğlu said, "This is not a mistake; the price is heavy! I have never seen anything like this in my life. The game starts with a free kick, the referee sees the game, and continues. If you are blowing the whistle here, this is not a referee error. I will do what is necessary."

REFEREEING MAY BE TERMINATED

Following the incidents, it was expressed that there is a discussion about suspending Arda Kardeşler. It was stated that TFF President Hacıosmanoğlu would meet with Arda Kardeşler today in Riva and inform him that his refereeing has been terminated. During the meeting, he will also be asked why he did not continue the play and whether any warnings came from the assistant referees or VAR.

MHK IS ALSO IN THE CROSSHAIRS

The Trabzonspor management argues that not only Arda Kardeşler but also the Central Referee Committee (MHK) needs to be changed. It is expected that the TFF will make an official statement after the upcoming meeting.